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Posted 2 years ago
Hanaliel
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Hello!
I found this pretty glass cornucopia at the local thrift store; it's clearly not old (you can see lines in the glass, as if from a mold), but it's still lovely!
The question I have is in regards to the back end; it doesn't taper to a decorative point, so it appears it was used for something, however I have no idea what!
If you have any information what this was used for, I'd love to know!
Thanks in advance!
MYSTERY SOLVED! - Fenton Epergne pieces in the diamond lace Aqua Crest pattern. Thanks to Mrj303!
Fenton GlassFenton Glass Company started in 1905, when brothers Frank and John Fenton s…
It looks to me to be part of a Fenton Epergne in the diamond lace aqua crest pattern. In a full Epergne there would be a bottom bowl with 3 holes for 3 horns, like you have. Very pretty. Made by fenton in 1949 - 1954.
Mrj303, thanks so much for your help! I would never have figured that out on my own; you're the best! :D